Cerebral hemorrhage due to birth injury

This code signifies intracranial bleeding within the brain tissue of a neonate, directly resulting from trauma sustained during the birth process. This condition can lead to significant neurological impairment and is a serious complication of delivery.

Apply this code when documentation clearly links a newborn's cerebral hemorrhage to mechanical forces or hypoxic-ischemic events occurring during labor and delivery. Supporting documentation would include physician notes detailing birth trauma, imaging reports confirming intracranial hemorrhage, and a clear causal statement.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states the hemorrhage is "due to birth injury" or similar causal language.
• Do not use for cerebral hemorrhages due to other neonatal causes, such as prematurity or coagulation disorders.
• Sequence this code as a principal diagnosis when it is the primary reason for admission or treatment.